I measure tension, I can be short or long, I help keep things in line. What am I?
Category: Science · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Consider devices that rely on gravity.
Answer
A spring scale
Explanation
A spring scale measures force based on tension in a spring, unlike the other options.
This is a medium science riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is A spring scale.
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